Apple Watch Series 6
Appearance
Also known as | Apple Watch 6 |
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Developer | Apple Inc. |
Product family | Apple Watch |
Type | Smartwatch |
Generation | 6th |
Release date | September 18, 2020 |
Operating system | WatchOS |
CPU | Apple S6 |
Predecessor | Apple Watch Series 5 |
The Apple Watch Series 6 is the upcoming sixth-generation model of the Apple Watch. It was announced on September 15, 2020 during an Apple Special Event alongside the Apple Watch SE, and will be released to the public on September 18. Its principal improvement over its predecessors is the inclusion of a sensor to monitor blood oxygen saturation.
Overview
The Apple Watch Series 6 features a blood oxygen monitoring sensor which can detect changes in blood oxygen levels.[1]
Additional new features[2][3] include:
- an S6 SiP (based on a dual-core processor derived from the A13 Bionic chip in the iPhone 11) that runs up to 20% faster than the Apple Watch Series 5
- a U1 chip and UWB antennas for ultra-wideband communications (this will enable next-generation digital car keys)
- a 2.5x brighter always-on display
- an always-on altimeter
- faster charging that completes in under 1.5 hours
- improved battery life for tracking certain workout types such as indoor and outdoor running
- improved health and fitness capabilities
- supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi[4]
- new Product Red and Navy Blue color options
References
- ^ "Apple announces Apple Watch Series 6 with ability to measure blood oxygen levels". www.theverge.com. Retrieved September 15, 2020.
- ^ "Apple Watch Series 6 delivers breakthrough wellness and fitness capabilities". Apple. Retrieved September 15, 2020.
- ^ "This Is the Apple Watch Series 6 and This Is Its New Friend, the Apple Watch SE". Gizmodo Australia. September 15, 2020. Retrieved September 15, 2020.
- ^ Davies, Chris (September 15, 2020). "Apple Watch Series 6 and SE – Differences, missing features and the fine print". Slashgear. Retrieved September 15, 2020.